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POSITION TITLE:   Empowerment Childcare Counselor

DEPARTMENT:  Empowerment Childcare Program

REPORTS TO:  Director of Empowerment Childcare

FUNCTION: Empowerment Childcare Counselors are responsible for ensuring that children in the care of the Empowerment Center are safe, have sanitary conditions, have activities, interaction with counselors or volunteers, and are provided with food according to guidelines. The Empowerment Childcare Center serves the children of Motherlove participants and of members. The position is part time, year round and non-exempt.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures that the center is open, safe, and cleaned using the prescribed sanitation methods. 
• Ensures that parents dropping off children are personally greeted and that parents remain confident that the center is safe and clean and is providing appropriate stimulation for their children. Maintain a high level of organization when handling the possessions of child participants. 
• Ensures that staffing levels are appropriate for the number of children at all times by regulating intake of Health and Fitness participants if necessary. 
• Provides structure and maintain order by making sure that age-appropriate activities are available and develop new activities as required. Participate in activities with children and exercise approved methods of redirection when needed. 
• Maintain a tidy environment in the Center throughout the day and evening. Engage children in clean up and set up.
• Engages with and explains protocols to volunteers when needed. Facilitate volunteer-led activities.
• Ensures that food is prepared and served appropriately. Provides healthy options. Advises the director when food is needed; creates lists. 
• Coordinates and consults with parents on concerns such as improper clothing or inadequate provisions. Advises parents on child’s daily activity; include reports on any problems the children encountered.
• Adopts appropriate tone with parents. Practices good customer service at all times. 
• Reports non-compliance regarding provisions as well as non-compliance regarding pick-up time to the director immediately.  

• Ensures that information (contact information, allergies, etc.) on parents and children are up to date at all times by using prescribed sign in procedures. 
• Ensures that parents sign in and out at every visit and that appropriate forms are completed and up to date. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education level:  High school diploma or higher

Experience:  Must have experience working with children in a daycare setting

Certifications:  EDU119 is minimum requirement

HOURS OF WORK: Hours vary between day and evening hours, some Saturday mornings required.

STARTING WAGE RANGE:  $13.65 minimum, more depending on Education

FLSA STATUS:  non-exempt

HOW TO APPLY: Submit resume and cover letter:  humanresources@ywcaofasheville.org

Job Descriptions                                                                                   

Title: Teacher (ELP Infant & Toddler)

Department: ELP

Reports to: Director of ELP

Full Time Benefits:

• Health Benefits
• Free Gym/Aquatics Membership
• PTO
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Child Care Discount

Position Summary: Provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for children in the ELP Infant & Toddler environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips). Develop individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate transition into other pre-school settings. Support parents in their role as primary caretakers and educators of their children and encourage their involvement in all aspects of the program. Maintain on-going contact with families and work with all other components (health, nutrition, family services, mental health, special services, parent education and resource/referral) to integrate services into the family setting. Ensure the program is meeting goals of excellence set by the Director of Early Learning Program. The position is full-time, year-round, benefits eligible and non-exempt. 

Mission Alignment: Communicates and appeals to people of all ethnicities, creeds, sexual orientations, gender expressions, incomes, lived experiences, and other identities with consistent intentionality and kindness. Contributes to a compassionate YWCA community by exhibiting respect; a healthy, balanced lifestyle; honesty; integrity; non-violence; collaboration; justice; and fairness.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:

• • • NC Early Childhood Credentials + 6 SH in Early childhood coursework or willing to obtain
    • Infant/Toddler Certificate;  Preschool Certificate: Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred

• Experience:

• • • Minimum 6 months experience or educational equivalency

• Certifications:

• • • CPR and First Aid Certification

• Technical/other:

• • CRC Background check letter

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works together with Lead Teacher to produce the curriculum for each day and to provide a schedule for the class ensuring that curriculum guidelines and requirements established by the center are met. Ensures that the daily schedule is followed by children and volunteers. 
• Stays up-to-date on and implements rules and regulations regarding health, safety, and cleanliness for a five-star- rated child care center and ensures that all regulations are followed by all adults in the assigned classroom, including volunteers and floaters. 
• Stays up-to-date on the latest theories and best practices for promoting language, cognitive, social and emotional, and physical development for children in the assigned classroom. 
• Works together with the Lead Teacher to ensure that administrative tasks are accomplished each day. These tasks include providing daily statistics to the Early Learning Program Coordinator, the Nutrition Coordinator and ensuring that other documentation on each child is complete, timely, and accurate, per state licensing and CACFP meal service record keeping requirements. 
• Works with the Lead Teacher to direct volunteers in the classroom ensuring compliance with all regulations and also ensuring a quality experience for the volunteer. Reports any difficulty with volunteers to the Director. 
• Interacts appropriately with parents when present in the classroom; ensures that parents are informed of children’s daily activities, health concerns, eating habits, and other areas of interest to the family. Takes note of parents’ information on the child and communicates any health or wellness concerns to the Director of Early Learning Program. 
• Communicates YWCA ELP policies to parents as needed. 
• Models positive behavior for children according to the culture and mission of the YWCA, 

including non-violent speech and action and respect for all. 

• Participates actively and positively in the YWCA’s initiatives toward reducing childhood obesity; acts as a role model and provides positive guidance to children toward trying new foods, appropriate table manners, and the enjoyment of exercise. Encourages good nutrition according to the latest nutrition guidelines and promotes a positive attitude toward learning health habits.
• Takes and active part in all department trainings and staff meetings called by the Director of Early Learning Program. 

Written Documentation: 

• Works as part of a team to maintain accurate written/electronic records, including assessments, special education documentation, screening instruments, anecdotal observations, documents for transition to public school and parent/teacher conference and other required forms.

Collaborative Service: 

• Works as part of a team of two teachers in the assigned classroom. May be required to assume the role of ‘lead teachers to facilitate leadership and responsibility in each classroom. This role may shift from one to the other member of each team of teachers. 
• Assume other duties as assigned by the Lead Teacher, Director of Early Learning Program or Program Coordinators.
• Participate in regularly scheduled YWCA team meetings.
• Assists with conducting regular assessments, and/or conferences for purposes of assessment and support, and to share information on parenting, educational strategies, and classroom progress. 
• Works with the Lead Teacher to perform two parent/teacher conferences yearly. (Home visits may be required for EHS and NC PreK programs)

Curriculum Development: 

• Works as part of a team to assess individual and group needs, attending to special needs, specific interests, strengths and concerns. 
• Helps develop balanced daily plans, which are developmentally appropriate, and address each child’s specific strengths and needs. 
• Helps establish weekly goals, which will promote individual and group educational plans and include other programming components. 
• Assists with gathering classroom materials and supplies to support daily plans; change materials in learning centers as needed. 
• Helps adapt curriculum to address and meet individual goals for children as identified in their individualized education plans.

YWCA Administration:

• Provides excellent customer service, ensuring that all members and participants at the YWCA are welcomed, provided with accurate and complete information, and shown respect and appreciation. Willingly and responsibly facilitates solutions to problems presented by staff, members, and participants. 
• Attends training assigned by the YWCA administration.
• Assumes other responsibilities appropriate for the position as requested by the YWCA administration.
• Will work with a culturally and economically diverse population of YWCA members, participants, and staff members. 
• Is responsible for knowing all conditions of employment, including the contents of the YWCA staff policy manual. 
• Maintains confidentiality at all times regarding information about participants and colleagues. 

Working Conditions:

• Works in direct proximity with children and will be exposed to childhood illnesses. 
• Will spend a part of each day supervising and participating in outdoor play at all times of the year. 

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: will stand for long periods of time; may occasionally lift and/or move heavy objects or boxes; will be expected to participate in the demands required when working with children under the age of 6 such as bending, lifting, diapering, floor play, leading fitness activities. 
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

HOW TO APPLY: Submit resume and cover letter:  Email to humanresources@ywcaofasheville.org

Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis

Title: Teacher (ELP, EHS & NC Pre-K)

Department: ELP

Reports to: Director of ELP

Full Time Benefits:

• Health Benefits
• Free Gym/Aquatics Membership
• PTO
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Child Care Discount

Position Summary: Provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for students in the ELP, Head Start, &/or NC Pre-K environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips). Develop individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate transition into other pre-school settings. Support parents in their role as primary caretakers and educators of their children and encourage their involvement in all aspects of the program. Maintain on-going contact with families and work with all other components (health, nutrition, family services, mental health, special services, parent education and resource/referral) to integrate services into the family setting. Ensure the program is meeting goals of excellence set by the Director of Early Learning Program. The position is full-time, year-round, benefits eligible and non-exempt. 

Mission Alignment: Communicates and appeals to people of all ethnicities, creeds, sexual orientations, gender expressions, incomes, lived experiences, and other identities with consistent intentionality and kindness. Contributes to a compassionate YWCA community by exhibiting respect; a healthy, balanced lifestyle; honesty; integrity; non-violence; collaboration; justice; and fairness.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:

• • • NC Early Childhood Credentials + 6 SH in Early childhood coursework or willing to obtain
    • Infant/Toddler Certificate;  Preschool Certificate: Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred

• Experience:

• • • Minimum 6 months experience or educational equivalency

• Certifications:

• • • CPR and First Aid Certification

• Technical/other:

• • CRC Background check letter

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works together with Lead Teacher to produce the curriculum for each day and to provide a schedule for the class ensuring that curriculum guidelines and requirements established by the center are met. Ensures that the daily schedule is followed by children and volunteers. 
• Stays up-to-date on and implements rules and regulations regarding health, safety, and cleanliness for a five-star- rated child care center and ensures that all regulations are followed by all adults in the assigned classroom, including volunteers and floaters. 
• Stays up-to-date on the latest theories and best practices for promoting language, cognitive, social and emotional, and physical development for children in the assigned classroom. 
• Works together with the Lead Teacher to ensure that administrative tasks are accomplished each day. These tasks include providing daily statistics to the Early Learning Program Coordinator, the Nutrition Coordinator and ensuring that other documentation on each child is complete, timely, and accurate, per state licensing and CACFP meal service record keeping requirements. 
• Works with the Lead Teacher to direct volunteers in the classroom ensuring compliance with all regulations and also ensuring a quality experience for the volunteer. Reports any difficulty with volunteers to the Director. 
• Interacts appropriately with parents when present in the classroom; ensures that parents are informed of children’s daily activities, health concerns, eating habits, and other areas of interest to the family. Takes note of parents’ information on the child and communicates any health or wellness concerns to the Director of Early Learning Program. 
• Communicates YWCA ELP policies to parents as needed. 
• Models positive behavior for children according to the culture and mission of the YWCA, 

including non-violent speech and action and respect for all. 

• Participates actively and positively in the YWCA’s initiatives toward reducing childhood obesity; acts as a role model and provides positive guidance to children toward trying new foods, appropriate table manners, and the enjoyment of exercise. Encourages good nutrition according to the latest nutrition guidelines and promotes a positive attitude toward learning health habits.
• Takes and active part in all department trainings and staff meetings called by the Director of Early Learning Program. 

Written Documentation: 

• Works as part of a team to maintain accurate written/electronic records, including assessments, special education documentation, screening instruments, anecdotal observations, documents for transition to public school and parent/teacher conference and other required forms.

Collaborative Service: 

• Works as part of a team of two teachers in the assigned classroom. May be required to assume the role of ‘lead teachers to facilitate leadership and responsibility in each classroom. This role may shift from one to the other member of each team of teachers. 
• Assume other duties as assigned by the Lead Teacher, Director of Early Learning Program or Program Coordinators.
• Participate in regularly scheduled YWCA team meetings.
• Assists with conducting regular assessments, and/or conferences for purposes of assessment and support, and to share information on parenting, educational strategies, and classroom progress. 
• Works with the Lead Teacher to perform two parent/teacher conferences yearly. (Home visits may be required for EHS and NC PreK programs)

Curriculum Development: 

• Works as part of a team to assess individual and group needs, attending to special needs, specific interests, strengths and concerns. 
• Helps develop balanced daily plans, which are developmentally appropriate, and address each child’s specific strengths and needs. 
• Helps establish weekly goals, which will promote individual and group educational plans and include other programming components. 
• Assists with gathering classroom materials and supplies to support daily plans; change materials in learning centers as needed. 
• Helps adapt curriculum to address and meet individual goals for children as identified in their individualized education plans.

YWCA Administration:

• Provides excellent customer service, ensuring that all members and participants at the YWCA are welcomed, provided with accurate and complete information, and shown respect and appreciation. Willingly and responsibly facilitates solutions to problems presented by staff, members, and participants. 
• Attends training assigned by the YWCA administration.
• Assumes other responsibilities appropriate for the position as requested by the YWCA administration.
• Will work with a culturally and economically diverse population of YWCA members, participants, and staff members. 
• Is responsible for knowing all conditions of employment, including the contents of the YWCA staff policy manual. 
• Maintains confidentiality at all times regarding information about participants and colleagues. 

Working Conditions:

• Works in direct proximity with children and will be exposed to childhood illnesses. 
• Will spend a part of each day supervising and participating in outdoor play at all times of the year. 

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: will stand for long periods of time; may occasionally lift and/or move heavy objects or boxes; will be expected to participate in the demands required when working with children under the age of 6 such as bending, lifting, diapering, floor play, leading fitness activities. 
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

HOW TO APPLY: Submit resume and cover letter:  Email to humanresources@ywcaofasheville.org

Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis

Title: Early Learning Program Floater

Department: ELP                                                                            

Reports to: Director of ELP

Full Time Benefits:

• Health Benefits
• Free Gym/Aquatics Membership
• PTO
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Child Care Discount

Position Summary: Provide a successful, safe and supervised educational setting for students in the ELP, Head Start, &/or NC Pre-K environment (classroom, outdoor play area, and field trips). Develop individual goals for children, provide on-going assessment on progress and facilitate transition into other pre-school settings. Support parents in their role as primary caretakers and educators of their children and encourage their involvement in all aspects of the program. Maintain on-going contact with families and work with all other components (health, nutrition, family services, mental health, special services, parent education and resource/referral) to integrate services into the family setting. Ensure the program is meeting goals of excellence set by the Director of Early Learning Program. The position is full-time, year-round, benefits eligible and non-exempt. 

Mission Alignment: Communicates and appeals to people of all ethnicities, creeds, sexual orientations, gender expressions, incomes, lived experiences, and other identities with consistent intentionality and kindness. Contributes to a compassionate YWCA community by exhibiting respect; a healthy, balanced lifestyle; honesty; integrity; non-violence; collaboration; justice; and fairness.

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Education:

• • • High School Diploma or GED required
    • Infant/Toddler Certificate;  Preschool Certificate; Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred

• Experience:

• • • Previous classroom experience working with children

• Certifications:

• • • CPR and Pediatric First Aid
    • ITS Sid Certification

• Technical/other:

• • beginning computer skills, internet and email.

Roles and Duties:

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Follow the schedule set by the Director of Early Learning Program or the Early Learning Coordinators and attend classrooms as directed.
• Assist in cleaning according to strict guidelines as directed by the teacher being assisted, the Director of Early Learning Program, or the Early Learning Coordinators.
• Assist in keeping laundry, art, and utility closets tidy.
• Assist with breakfast, lunch, and snack service to the children, modeling an appreciation of good nutrition according to the standards of Early Learning Program
• Assist with administrative tasks as needed.
• Ensures the successful implementation of the CACFP program with the Early Learning Program department.
• Provides oversight and data collection to ensure accurate reporting and monitoring of programs including CACFP, EHS, NC Pre-K, DCDEE; Environmental Health; for any and all monitoring and licensing agencies. 

Written Documentation: 

• Works as part of a team to maintain accurate written/electronic records.

Collaborative Service: 

• Works as part of a team of two teachers in the assigned classroom. May be required to assume the role of ‘lead teachers to facilitate leadership and responsibility in each classroom. This role may shift from one to the other member of each team of teachers. 
• Assume other duties as assigned by the Lead Teacher, Director of Early Learning Program or Program Coordinators.
• Participate in regularly scheduled YWCA team meetings.

Curriculum Development: 

• Works as part of a team to document individual and group needs, attending to special needs, specific interests, strengths and concerns. 
• Assists with gathering classroom materials and supplies to support daily plans; change materials in learning centers as needed. 
• Helps adapt curriculum to address and meet individual goals for children as identified in their individualized education plans.

YWCA Administration:

• Provides excellent customer service, ensuring that all members and participants at the YWCA are welcomed, provided with accurate and complete information, and shown respect and appreciation. Willingly and responsibly facilitates solutions to problems presented by staff, members, and participants. 
• Attends training assigned by the YWCA administration.
• Assumes other responsibilities appropriate for the position as requested by the YWCA administration.
• Will work with a culturally and economically diverse population of YWCA members, participants, and staff members. 
• Is responsible for knowing all conditions of employment, including the contents of the YWCA staff policy manual. 
• Maintains confidentiality at all times regarding information about participants and colleagues. 

Working Conditions:

• Works in direct proximity with children and will be exposed to childhood illnesses. 
• Will spend a part of each day supervising and participating in outdoor play at all times of the year. 

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: will stand for long periods of time; may occasionally lift and/or move heavy objects or boxes; will be expected to participate in the demands required when working with children under the age of 6 such as bending, lifting, diapering, floor play, leading fitness activities. 
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.

HOW TO APPLY: Submit resume and cover letter:  Email to humanresources@ywcaofasheville.org

Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis

Title: Kitchen Staff

Department: Preventative Health

Reports to: Nutrition Coordinator/Kitchen Manager                        

Position Summary: The kitchen assistant supports food production, kitchen safety and sanitation for the YWCA’s Early Learning Program. Responsibilities include washing dishes and cleaning the kitchen, and serving food to children and preparing snacks/meals. Assisting Kitchen manager as needed, the position is part-time, some kitchen work needed. 

Mission Alignment: Communicates and appeals to people of all ethnicities, creeds, sexual orientations, gender expressions, incomes, lived experiences, and other identities with consistent intentionality and kindness. Contributes to a compassionate YWCA community by exhibiting respect; a healthy, balanced lifestyle; honesty; integrity; non-violence; collaboration; justice; and fairness.

Shift: 7:30a.m. – 12:30p.m. or 11:00a.m. – 4:00p.m. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:

• • • High School diploma

• Experience:

• • • Experience in a full service kitchen

• Certifications:

• • • CPR & Pediatric First Aid
    • Safe- Serv

• Technical/other:

• • Food Preparation
  • Operation of standard commercial kitchen equipment

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Nutrition Coordinator and Kitchen Manager, works independently or as part of team to prepare food for lunch and/or afternoon snack for the Child Care Center and/or assists in the preparation of the snack for the Child Care program, and prep food for the following day.
• Delivers food to classrooms as required.
• Communicates needs from teachers to cook staff.
• Washes dishes used in preparation and children’s dishes following meal service and cleans kitchen equipment and surfaces as required.
• Under the direction of the Child Nutrition Coordinator follows all protocols for sanitation both in preparation of food and clean-up of the kitchen and dishes.
• Ensures the successful implementation of the CACFP requirements.
• Assumes other responsibilities as may be appropriate for the position.

Physical Demands: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: Will work in extreme heat and or cold, will stand for several hours per day; works with cleaning compounds may occasionally lift and/or move heavy objects or boxes up to 50lbs. May come in contact with and may be exposed to childhood illnesses. 

HOW TO APPLY: Submit resume and cover letter:  Email to humanresources@ywcaofasheville.org

Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis

POSITION TITLE: Fitness Associate

DEPARTMENT:  Health and Wellness

REPORTS TO:  Health and Wellness Coordinator

ABOUT:  The YWCA of Asheville and WNC is launching new fitness and wellness programming and looking for compassionate Fitness Associates to serve on a close knit team of wellness professionals. Fitness Associates are vital members of the Health and Wellness team who will work collaboratively with the Nutrition Department to provide holistic safe, supportive, and inclusive wellness programming to members exercising in our fitness center. We are looking for fitness associates eager to work with members of all ages, are innovative in their approach to wellness, believe in health at any size, and are welcoming members to our YWCA community. 

The Fitness Associate collaborates in the retention and engagement of members by building trusting relationships.  This position is full-time, year-round and non-exempt.

Mission Alignment:  The YWCA of Asheville and WNC is on a mission to eliminate racism and empower women. Our goal is for the YWCA’s mission to be embedded in every aspect of programming- including our approach to  the health and wellness programming provided in our Fitness Center. The ideal candidate for this position has a passion for social and racial justice, women’s empowerment, and an understanding of the role that a holistic approach to health and wellness is an integral aspect of freedom, dignity, and justice for all. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the daily maintenance and safety of the fitness center. Duties include daily cleaning and maintenance of fitness equipment, including but not limited to vacuuming under treadmills, wiping equipment and mats, sweeping, deodorizing, refilling supplies, cleaning cycle room and fans.  Inspects the equipment on a daily schedule and reports any unsafe conditions and equipment to the Fitness Coordinator immediately.  
• Conducts tours of the fitness center and the YWCA for prospective fitness members. Provides membership information; signs up new members. 
• Orients new members to the uses of the equipment in the fitness center. Ensures that members understand how to operate the weight-resistance and cardiovascular equipment in a safe and correct manner. Demonstrates safe exercises. 
• Enforces all facility, rules, and regulations

• Responds to members concerns and questions; takes initiative on assisting members when needed and encouraging members to exercise.
• As a full time fitness associate, this team member will spend time at the front desk greeting members, in the gym monitoring the safety of those exercising, teach fitness classes, lead small group fitness classes, and if applicable, offer personal training to members 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education level:  High school diploma or higher required

Certifications in at least two of the following at the time of hire:

• Pump
• Zumba
• Stretch and Strength
• Kickboxing
• Studio Cycle
• Senior Cardio
• Nia
• Creative movement
• Backcare Yoga
• Self Defense
• Tai Chi
• TRX
• Hip Hop Dance
• Pilates
• Physical training certifications are considered assets for this position, as is speaking Spanish.  CPR training and basic first aid will be required. 

HOURS OF WORK: 20+  hrs per week, additional hours may be required

STARTING WAGE RANGE:  Begins at $15 per hour

FLSA STATUS:  non-exempt, hourly

HOW TO APPLY: Submit resume and cover letter:  Email to humanresources@ywcaofasheville.org

Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis

POSITION TITLE:   Lifeguard

DEPARTMENT:  Aquatics

REPORTS TO:  Aquatics Director

FUNCTION: Lifeguards ensure the safety of all aquatics participants by preventing accidents, informing participants of and enforcing the rules. Lifeguards also assist in the maintenance of the facility and program operations to ensure that all participants have a good experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains vigilance over pool participants from a position on the pool deck. 
  • Becomes familiar with physical circumstances of participants, paying attention to visible medical conditions and limitations.  Learn participants’ names.

• • Assist participants as needed, projecting professionalism.
  • Collects tickets and logs each participant to record attendance in each activity. 
  • Attends mandatory in-service training as arranged by the Aquatics Director. 
  • Immediately communicates any problems or issues affecting the safety and enjoyment of participants to the Aquatics Director or Aquatics Assistant—by telephone if necessary.

• When serving an opening or closing shift, performs extra duties defined by the Aquatics Director or Aquatics Assistant.

Pool Maintenance: 

• Tests the water temperature and condition at regular intervals during shift according to schedule and standards set by the Aquatics Director or Aquatics Assistant. Accurately records results. 
• When not supervising participants, take initiative to organize program supplies and toys, arrange ropes for the next activity, clean the deck, check the First Aid Kit, and perform other duties as described by the Aquatics Directoror Aquatics Assistant. 

      YWCA Administration: 

• Provides excellent customer service, ensuring that all members and participants at the YWCA are welcomed, provided with accurate and complete information, and shown respect and appreciation. Willingly and responsibly facilitates solutions to problems presented by staff, members, and participants. 
• Assumes other responsibilities appropriate for the position as requested by the YWCA administration. 
• Maintains confidentiality regarding information about participants and colleagues.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education level:  High school degree or equivalent.

Experience:  2 years as a lifeguard.

       Certifications: American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification 

Other:  Able to perform CPR and basic first aid.

Technical:  Basic computer literacy.

HOURS OF WORK: Part time (25 hours per week). Two opening shifts during the week beginning at 5:30am.

Saturdays Hours 6:45am to 12pm and 12pm to 4:30pm

Sunday Hours 1pm to 5pm  

STARTING WAGE RANGE: $13.65 per hour

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt.

HOW TO APPLY: Submit resume and cover letter to: Humanresources@ywcaofasheville.org

POSITION TITLE: Advancement Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Advancement

REPORTS TO: Chief Advancement Officer / Director of Marketing & Communications

Position Summary:

As a member of the Advancement team, the Advancement Coordinator works to support the activities of development and marketing. The coordinator ensures that all YWCA communications, events and efforts are on brand, on message, and further the goals of the YWCA’s mission-based work, while increasing participation in the YWCA’s programs and supporting fundraising efforts. The ideal candidate: 1) is passionate about social justice, 2) is highly organized and detail-oriented, 3) is a “do-er” and 4) enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and inclusive environment. The position is full-time, year-round, benefits eligible and exempt.

Development 

Database Management

• • Responsible for overall donor database management; creation and maintenance of accurate donor records, gifts, and in-kind donations, creating queries, segmented lists and reports
  • Maintains accurate records of donor pledges, creates pledge reminders, and tracks pledge payments 

• Responsible for making sure all donor acknowledgement pieces are timely and meaningful 

• Creates and tracks payment of sponsor invoices 
• Coordinates with the Finance Director to ensure the accuracy of reports and consistency of data between donor management software and finance software

Empower Hour Implementation:

• Coordinates Empower Hour tours, including reservations, post-tour data entry and leading tours as needed

• Compiles data and reports regularly on all aspects of the Empower Hour program

Events:

• General oversight of the planning of the Persimmon Luncheon (or online Social) including working with the board committee on menu, decorations, hotel contact/parking, speakers, volunteer needs, day-of logistics 
• Logistical supports for donor events including assisting with the planning, managing RSVPs, day-of set up

Donor Relations:

• Assists in the creation and implementation of Donor Cultivation Plans resulting in 30 multi-year giving society members annually, at least $80,000 in Leadership Challenge gifts and a minimum of 3 new legacy society donors.  
• Support for monthly Sustainability Committee meetings, including attendance at these meetings
• Participation in Benevon Coaching Calls and preparation of reports required in anticipation of calls
• Works with the Marketing and Communication Director to ensure all promised Sponsor levels are delivered

Marketing and Communications

• • Supports marketing efforts by researching, compiling and organizing data 
  • Assists in researching and troubleshooting systems, software, CMP and social.

• Will help manage and monitor business social media accounts

• Creates and maintains marketing and communication planning documents 

• • Assists in developing organization’s communications content including blogs, images, photography, posts and presentations. Will autonomously lead some of these efforts. 

• Assists with website content updates and fielding online inquiries from our website 

• Stays abreast of current trends and best practices in social media

• Following brand guideline and template, produces and maintains the organization of flyers, brochures, rack cards, etc

• Maintains marketing and outreach library by checking and replenishing inventory 

• • Gathers results and tracking of marketing efforts

• Supports internal communications including regular updates to the marquee, flat screens, and bulletin  boards 

Experience and Qualifications: 

• At least one year of experience in managing a donor database
• Three years of experience working in development, marketing, sales or related field 
• Event planning and management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Business account experience in social media a plus
• Nonprofit experience a plus

HOURS OF WORK: Monday- Friday — Occasional evenings or weekends.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt. Full time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32,000.00 – $36,000.00 per year

HOW TO APPLY: Submit resume and cover letter: humanresources@ywcaofasheville.org

Position Title: Development and Volunteer Coordinator

Department: Advancement

Reports To: Chief Advancement Officer 

The YWCA fosters a team environment and seeks employees who are dedicated to promoting our mission: eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

Position Summary:

The Advancement team builds awareness and fosters relationships with individuals, businesses, policy makers, media, and funders so that the YWCA has the resources it needs to fulfill and advance our mission. This public-facing position coordinates development activities and manages the volunteer program. The ideal candidate: 1) is passionate about social justice, 2) is highly organized and detail-oriented, 3) is a “do-er” and 4) enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative, and inclusive environment. The position is full-time, year-round, benefits eligible and exempt. The majority of the work is done in the YWCA offices with flexibility to work some hours from home.

Empower Hour 

• Coordinates Empower Hour tours including reservations, post-tour data entry, leading engaging tours, and making follow-up calls 
• Works with the Marketing and Communications Director to craft compelling stories and other creative pieces for the Empower Hour tours
• Supports volunteer Community Connectors resulting in 37 full Empower Hour Tours annually 

Events:

• Leads the planning and implementation of the YWCA’s annual fundraising event including working with Sustainability committee on menu, decorations, venue contact/parking, speakers, volunteer needs, day-of logistics 
• Management of the Persimmon Host recruitment process and training of the Persimmon Hosts 

Donor Relations:

• Provides staff support for monthly Sustainability Committee meetings and participates in coaching calls- prepares required reports in advance of calls
• Assists in the identification of major gift prospects 

• Responsible for all aspects of the Annual appeals (four each year) including meeting budget parameters, crafting solicitation and acknowledgment letters, working with the Marketing and Communications Director on related materials, coordination with the board for signatures, and mail house for mailing

Volunteer Recruitment, Management and Recognition:

• Works with YWCA program staff to identify meaningful volunteer opportunities within the organization for both individuals and groups.
• Creates and maintains accurate volunteer job descriptions; ensure YWCA website and partners have accurate and up-to-date descriptions and opportunities  
• Works to promote volunteer opportunities in the community and recruit volunteers from a variety of sources, including Empower Hour follow up calls
• Provides initial orientation, screening, and works closely with program staff to place volunteers in their new positions
• Maintains a working relationship with volunteers in order to support, offer additional training, assure mission alignment, and have a deeper connection with the work of the organization.
• Documents volunteer hours and manages volunteer paperwork 
• Creates opportunities to recognize volunteers
• Develops cultivation strategies and ensures volunteers attend Empower Hour tours and become community connectors 
• Additional duties as assigned 

Experience and Qualifications: 

• Three years of experience working in development, sales, or related field
• Recruiting experience is a plus
• Strong customer service and public speaking skills 
• The ability to work cooperatively with coworkers and constituents  
• Event planning/management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Relational database experience required (Bloomerang, Sales Force, Raiser’s Edge, etc.)
• Nonprofit experience is preferred
• Volunteer management experience a plus 

HOURS OF WORK: Monday- Friday- Occasional evenings or weekends.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt. Full time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 – $40,000.00 per year

To Apply: Submit a cover letter and resume to humanresources@ywcaofasheville.org

Deadline to Apply:Friday, October 1st 

Title: Grants Coordinator

Department: Advancement

Reports to: Chief Advancement Officer 

The YWCA fosters a team environment and seeks employees who are dedicated to promoting our mission: eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

Position Summary: The Advancement team builds awareness and fosters relationships with individuals, businesses, policy makers, media, and funders so that the YWCA has the resources it needs to fulfill and advance our mission. The position works closely with the Chief Advancement Officer to develop and implement well-defined strategies for the financial success of the organization. Responsibilities of the Grants Coordinator include; researching and securing new sources of unrestricted and restricted support, stewarding personal relationships with all current and potential grantors, complying with the regulations of all grantors and oversight agencies, and administering a seamless, accurate, well-documented grants process. The position is full-time, year-round, benefits eligible, and exempt. The position will have some flexibility to work from home.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Researching:

• Research entails searching for possible grants, working with grantor staff to determine eligibility and viability, and working with Program staff to determine the scope of the proposal. 
• The Grants Coordinator will search for, research, and investigate federal, state, local, public and private foundations, corporate foundations, and civic organizations regularly.  
• Ensure that the agency is subscribed to and reviewing grants sources regularly, including the Council on Foundations, NC Non-Profit Report, Grant Station, local sources such as the Community Foundation, and others.  The outcome is an accurate, broad-ranging, ambitious, thorough calendar of appropriate pending applications.  

Securing:

• Development means that the CEO, CPO and Program Director(s) understand what is being written into the proposal, are in agreement with what is being proposed, and that what is being proposed is within the agency’s ability to deliver. It also means that the proposal is written in accordance with the guidelines and intent of the grantor. 
• Submission means preparing comprehensive, clear, neat, timely proposals that clearly outline the proposed work and budget.  The outcome is a schedule of successful grants that meet budget goals. 

Stewarding:

• Stewarding means cultivating and maintaining personal relationships with previous, current, and potential grant funders.
• Seek and develop personal relationships with federal, state, local, and private grantors, donors, funders, and support staff, including where appropriate, attendance at events held by the grant maker. 
• Coordinate all written and verbal communication with grantors.  The outcome is a personal visible presence in the grant making community.

Complying:

• Compliance is the ongoing act of ensuring that the YWCA and its programs have documented and are practicing compliance with all grantor rules, regulations, designations, and intentions.  
• Manage grant implementation meetings and contract oversight meetings that are required by the YW’s Independent Auditor. 
• Assist the Chief Program Officer and Program Director(s) to ensure timely submission of all program reports.  
• Annually updates and submits required documentation for the Federal SAM system, FFATA (federal transparency act), GuideStar and Charity Navigator, NC Office of State Budget and Management (NCGrants.gov), and NC DHHS. The outcome is that the YW is in full compliance with all applicable regulations.

Administering:

• Administration duties ensure the efficient, smooth operation of the grants writing, recording, and reporting system. 
• Regularly enter successful grants into the Development database, maintain a separate off-site back-up system of all grants and grant reports maintained electronically on Google Drive.  
• Keep a paper and e-catalog of vital YW documents, contracts, and proposals as submitted, and reconcile grant awards with the Finance Department to ensure accurate Development Department reporting.  The outcome is an accurate, seamless, efficient, replicable, transferrable system of grants.

Organizational:

• Participates as a member of the Advancement Department and collaborates in a hands-on manner to achieve development goals 

Administrative:

• • Ensures alignment with the mission, values and administrative policies of the YWCA

• Assumes other responsibilities as may be appropriate for the position

Experience and Qualifications: 

• Three to five years experience with foundation and state grants is required 
• The ability to work collaboratively with coworkers and constituents  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• GPC preferred 

HOURS OF WORK: Monday- Friday- Occasional evenings or weekends.

Pay: $35,000.00 – $40,000.00 per year

To Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume and Completed “Documentation of Grants Experience,” including a list of successful proposals within the last seven years (minimum of 5 grants; this need not be all inclusive to humanresources@ywcaofasheville.org

Example of Documentation of Grants Experience

Deadline to Apply: Friday, Oct 15, 2021